Eagles Select Stanford QB Tanner McKee With Pick No. 188 in NFL Draft

Tim Kelly

Apr 29, 2023

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Tim Kelly

Apr 29, 2023

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The Philadelphia Eagles took former Stanford quarterback Tanner McKee in the sixth round of the NFL Draft.

With the 188th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles selected quarterback Tanner McKee out of Stanford.

McKee -- who is 6-6, 228 pounds -- tossed 28 touchdown to 15 interceptions over the past two seasons at Stanford. After selecting McKee, the Eagles traded the No. 191 pick to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for a 2024 fifth-round pick.

You can read a full scouting report on the newest Eagle at NFL Draft Bible, but here's a snippet:

"On film, McKee displays many of the skills necessary to be a starting quarterback in the NFL. His arm strength stood out. He can effortlessly throw the ball downfield without it fluttering or losing velocity. He is able to lead receivers and hit them in stride, even when he is under pressure. McKee’s velocity is some of the best in the class, as he can drive the ball in between defenders and thread the needle. His accuracy was also excellent."

McKee will join a draft class that already includes defensive tackle Jalen Carter, EDGE Nolan Smith, offensive guard Tyler Steen, safety Sydney Brown and cornerback Kelee Ringo.

Additionally, general manager Howie Roseman and the Eagles acquired running back D'Andre Swift in a trade with the Detroit Lions on Saturday.

The Eagles were slated to have three selections in the seventh round. But after multiple trades, they have just one at pick No. 249.

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